Course Description Google Docs serves as a collaborative tool for editing documents in real time. Documents can be shared, opened, and edited by multiple users simultaneously. Documents are automatically saved to Google's servers to prevent data loss, and a revision history is automatically kept so past edits may be viewed. This course will allow the participants to create and use documents for classroom use. This is a self directed course; participants can take as much time as they want to complete the tasks. While resources are provided, we encourage participants to solve problems in any manner that works.
Course Tasks
Create a google account if necessary.
Create each of the following types of google docs:
Google Document (this is the "word type" file)
Google Spreadsheet
Google Presentation
Share the form with at least one other person for collaboration. (You may share the documents with Toby Boss if all else fails.)
Document a classroom or professional use for each of the tools - try them out and be ready to reflect.
Resources The following resources may be useful as you create the document.
The Google Community Foundation has some excellent tutorials that include screenshots and how to use the tools. The main site for Google tools is at the Google Community Foundation Using the Cloud. Tutorials Include:
Google Docs in the Classroom
Course Description
Google Docs serves as a collaborative tool for editing documents in real time. Documents can be shared, opened, and edited by multiple users simultaneously. Documents are automatically saved to Google's servers to prevent data loss, and a revision history is automatically kept so past edits may be viewed. This course will allow the participants to create and use documents for classroom use. This is a self directed course; participants can take as much time as they want to complete the tasks. While resources are provided, we encourage participants to solve problems in any manner that works.
Course Tasks
Resources
The following resources may be useful as you create the document.
The Google Community Foundation has some excellent tutorials that include screenshots and how to use the tools. The main site for Google tools is at the Google Community Foundation Using the Cloud.
Tutorials Include:
Other Resources
Google Docs in Plain English(Video)
Richard Byrne's Free Google Guide for Teachers
Advanced Tips and Tricks in Google Docs
Lesson plans that incorporate Google Docs
Assessment
Once you have completed the tasks you may complete the assessment for ESU 6 credit. Click here to begin.